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Clergy wants Onaga’s forgiveness, says ‘the church needs Mbaka’ (video)
A popular Penticostal pastor Sunday appealed to the Catholic Bishop of Enugu Diocese Rt Rev Callistus Onaga to recall Rev Fr Ejike Mbaka and re open the Adoration Ministry.
In a Sunday sermon which has gone viral on social media Rev Aninwene of the Redemption Church described Mbaka as a great asset to the Catholic Church urging the bishop to tamper justice with mercy.
The pastor noted that Mbaka has been doing great things like miracles, prayers, humanitarian services arguing that it won’t be right to jettison all the good works because of this mistake.
Hear him:
He has given cars to the Church, he has given money, millions to the Church, he has stood for the Church. In fact he is one of the reasons Catholic of Enugu have not lost many members.
Bishop reconsider your actions and tamper justice with mercy.
There is something I know about life, when Ejike Mbaka spoke about Peter Obi and the saga went wide, he came out and personally wrote and apologized.
He is a man, he can make mistakes. He is a man before becoming a man of God. There is human nature in him, he is not a spirit.
We won’t because of this mistake forget about the good works of this great man.
Let us not join the powers in the water world, let us not join the Ogboni and occultic people in the politcial gathering to rubbish the gift that God has given to the church.
Catholic Church please bring Mbaka back. And please, I plead to the Catholic Priests, come up and talk to your bishop, we can’t lose that man.
There are thousands of people shedding tears…in fact on that very day, he paid a bill of about N3m to a man whose wife gave birth to quadruplets. Who couldn’t afford the money, he took it upon himself.
It takes a man who has conscience and love for the people to do such. It’s not easy to give.
There are testimonies, there are miracles, there are blessings and then we pick only one portion and then kill the millions of good in this man.
It’s a shame to the body of Christ to allow Mbaka to be silenced. But one thing I know about him, you can’t silence him. That man is a psunami. That man is an institution. That man is a Nation. That man, Mbaka, the way he is being treated, if we want to tell ourselves the truth, he has passed that level.
In as much as every other person is under the Authority if the church but there are things that should be considered.
There are roles someone plays in a family, you don’t treat him like every other person. All fingers can never be equal. Every person is gifted in his own area, but this dear man of God is gifted in many areas. Is it passion, is it zeal, is it strength, is it humility? They transferred him from GRA he obediently went down.
They said ban on the Church, he closed it down. Somebody of his height in the Penticostal world will not close that place down.
That is to tell you that this man is bumble. Bishop call your son, speak with your son because he is an asset to the Church. Don’t allow jealousy, envy, enemies of the church to work against the church. And Christians all over the world, let’s be praying for Rev Fr Ejike Mbaka I Know he will come back stronger.
Let me tell you, there is no joy closing down another ministry and another pastor is somewhere celebrating, at least this one is closed down. Then we are not Christians. Let that ministry keep going, because the rising of that ministry will not stop the rise of another ministry. Rather there is a space he occupies in God’s progrmame. If you stop Mbaka can you do what Mbaka is doing?
Whether we talk about Peter Obi or not, it’s a personal matter. Look at Peter Obi’s statement and Mbaka went to the extent of telling us, he’s my friend. Friends can quarrell, friends can have disagreements.
We need him, even in this 2023 elections. It’s better we unite and fight a course and win rather than allow the devil to divide us.
Redemption Family, christians all over the world, keep praying for this great gentle, wonderful, great man of God. I am a preacher, I am into the prophetic ministry, when I see annointing I know annointing. I know what God told me about Rev Fr Ejike Mbaka in 2007. That man is a man we need from this side.
The only man that can stand and challenge DSS to release Nnamdi Kanu with boldness.
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The Ebonyi State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has urged Governor Francis Nwifuru to heed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s recent warning to state governors against embarking on unnecessary flyover projects.
The party also called on the Ebonyi State Government to disclose details of the governor’s recent nine-day investment trip to China, including the cost of the trip, members of the delegation and outcomes of the engagements.
In a statement issued on Monday in Abakaliki and signed by the PDP Publicity Secretary and spokesperson, Prince Darlington Peter Onwe, the party said the President’s comments had reinforced its concerns over what it described as misplaced priorities in the state.
Tinubu, while meeting traditional rulers from Oyo State, had advised governors to focus on infrastructure that directly addresses the needs of their people rather than constructing flyovers in areas where traffic does not warrant them.
Reacting to the remarks, the PDP alleged that the Nwifuru administration had committed significant public funds to projects including the VANCO Junction tunnel and flyover and the Nwezenyi tunnel and flyover, despite what it described as pressing infrastructure challenges across the state.
The party cited poor road networks, inadequate healthcare facilities, limited access to potable water and deteriorating educational infrastructure among the challenges it said residents were still facing.
The PDP also questioned the state government’s spending priorities in light of increased allocations to states following the removal of the fuel subsidy.
It asked why, despite the reported increase in federal allocations, the Ebonyi Government had allegedly not delivered broader development projects across key sectors.
The opposition party further questioned whether adequate consultations were conducted with residents before the flyover projects were initiated and whether the projects represented the most urgent needs of the people.
On the governor’s China trip, the PDP demanded that the state government publish the names of all officials who participated in the delegation, the total cost of the visit, the investment engagements held and details of any agreements reached with prospective foreign investors.
It also requested information on the implementation timelines of any agreements and any financial obligations arising from commitments made on behalf of the state.
According to the party, taxpayers have a right to know how public funds are being spent and should be provided with documentary evidence of the outcomes of government-sponsored foreign trips.
The PDP further called on the state government to disclose the financial details of the ongoing tunnel and flyover projects and publish a comprehensive development roadmap outlining how its policies and projects would address the needs of Ebonyi residents.
The party said that with the 2027 elections approaching, rural communities would ultimately judge the administration by completed projects and the quality of public services delivered, particularly in road infrastructure and other basic amenities.
The Ebonyi State Government had not publicly responded to the PDP’s latest allegations as of the time of filing this report.
The administration has previously maintained that its infrastructure projects are intended to stimulate economic growth, improve transportation and modernise Abakaliki, the state capital.
The Managing Director of MainPower Electricity Distribution Limited (MEDL), Dr Ernest Mupwaya, has reiterated the company’s commitment to its employees as its most valuable asset.
MainPower, which is a subsidiary company of Enugu Electricity Distribution Company (EEDC), is in-charge of electricity distribution in Enugu State.
Mupwaya stated this when he received the team from the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria (CIPM) on a courtesy visit to the company’s head office at Power House, Enugu, on Monday.
He stressed the importance of investing in human capital (employees) to achieve strategic goals in the highly regulated electricity distribution sector.
Mupwaya highlighted the critical role of professional human resource management in building resilient and high-performing organisations, noting that people remained the most valuable asset of any institution.
The MainPower boss identified effective leadership, workforce quality, organisational culture and talent development as key drivers of success in today’s dynamic business environment.
He also reaffirmed MainPower’s commitment to professionalism, integrity, innovation and customer focus as a young and evolving electricity distribution company.
According to him, having competent, motivated, and adaptable employees, supported by effective human resource leadership and professional institutions such as CIPM, is critical to driving organisational transformation and contributing to national development.
Mupwaya, on behalf of the management of MainPower, commended CIPM for its longstanding contributions to promoting excellence and ethical standards in human resource management across Nigeria.
He expressed the company’s interest in strengthening its collaboration with the Institute in areas including leadership development, workforce capacity building, succession planning and employee engagement.
Earlier, Chairman, CIPM, Enugu State Branch, Mr Francis Uka, who was accompanied by a member of CIPM’s Governing Council, Mr Christian Onwumeremadu, said the visit was part of the branch’s efforts to strengthen institutional relationships.
Uka said that visit was meant to promote professional interaction, and deepen the exchange of knowledge and experience in people management and contemporary workplace practices.
During the visit, the delegation also had the opportunity to interact with some MainPower employees, particularly those in administration and operations-related roroles.
The CIPM team also shared insights on the importance of professional human resource management and encouraged eligible employees to join the Institute and take advantage of its professional development opportunities.
Present at the event were MainPower’s Head of Human Resources, Nkiru Chukwuma; Head of Health, Safety and Environment, Dr. Francis Iwu and Head of Customer Service, Ijeoma Ogudebe.
Others are Head of Communications, Mr Emeka Ezeh; Managing Director, EastLand Electricity Distribution Limited, Engr. Nnamdi Chuka-Nwosu; and Chief Technical Officer, Engr. Obinna Nwachukwu among others.
The warning comes as the scheme continues preparations for the mobilisation of a fresh batch of prospective corps members, while also intensifying efforts to ensure their safety during orientation camp journeys.
In a public notice shared on its official X account on Monday, the NYSC declared that NERD clearance is now compulsory for all prospective corps members.
The scheme urged prospective corps members to complete the process early to avoid delays in mobilisation.
“This is to inform PCMs (Prospective Corps Members) that without NERD clearance, no NYSC. Get your NERD clearance early. Avoid delays in your mobilisation.”
Reiterating the mandatory nature of the requirement, the NYSC stated, “NERD clearance is compulsory for all PCMs. No NERD clearance, No NYSC!!!”
The latest advisory comes barely hours after the NYSC announced the mobilisation of another batch of prospective corps members for the 2026 Batch ‘B’ service year, urging institutions and eligible graduates to complete all necessary documentation ahead of the orientation exercise.
It also follows another recent safety advisory by the scheme in which prospective corps members were warned against travelling at night to orientation camps.
The NYSC advised them to break their journeys whenever necessary and lodge in safe locations or designated military and security formations where available, rather than risk travelling after dark.
The renewed advisories reflect the scheme’s efforts to improve both the integrity of its mobilisation process and the safety of prospective corps members, amid growing security concerns on Nigerian highways.
With mobilisation activities gathering pace, prospective corps members are expected to complete all required registration and verification procedures, including the newly emphasised NERD clearance, before reporting for orientation camp.
The development follows public concern over a viral video showing the girls in detention, which prompted calls for the Nigerian government to intervene.
On Instagram, #Queenbethia had posted the video on Sunday: “Pls tag every relevant authority because this is nonsense !!!! This cannot keep happening!! Mauritius is notorious for this !!!”
They have been held at the Mauritius airport since July 31, 2026, she lamented.
“They are currently on their way back to Nairobi,” the commission stated.
The commission reiterated its commitment to the welfare and protection of Nigerians living or travelling abroad, saying the intervention aligns with the Federal Government’s renewed focus on citizens’ welfare.
“NiDCOM, in line with Mr President’s Renewed Hope Agenda, remains committed to the welfare and protection of all Nigerians home and abroad,” it added.
NiDCOM did not disclose the identities of the girls, the country where they were detained, or the circumstances that led to their arrest.
The commission also did not indicate when they are expected to arrive in Nairobi or Nigeria.
Similarly, neither the Mauritius government nor the airport have spoken officially about the reasons behind their delay at the airport.
By Chinedu Sabastine
ENUGU — Tension is mounting in Umuchigbo Iji Nike Autonomous Community in Enugu East Local Government Area of Enugu State as hundreds of indigenes have rejected the alleged appointment of a traditional ruler, insisting that only a transparent election can produce their Igwe.
The residents, who gathered at the community square on weekend, declared that the autonomous community has no recognised traditional ruler and appealed to Governor Peter Mbah to direct the Ministry of Chieftaincy Affairs to conduct an election in line with the community’s constitution.
The protest followed reports that Jude Agu had been presented as the community’s traditional ruler, a move the indigenes described as unconstitutional and capable of causing unrest.
The protesters also cited a subsisting interlocutory injunction of the Enugu State High Court restraining Jude Agu from parading himself as Igwe or Igwe-elect of the community pending the determination of the substantive suit.
The order, delivered on July 25, 2025, by Justice A.A. Onovo in a suit No E/491/2023 filed by Chief Maurice Nonyelum Ekete against Jude Agu and Hon. Kenneth Mbah, directed all parties to maintain the status quo until the case is determined.
The indigenes argued that recognising any monarch without an election amounted to disregarding both the community’s constitution and a valid court order.
Addressing journalists, community elder Chief Gabriel Okoh accused former Town Union Chairman, Hon. Kenneth Mbah, of frustrating an earlier election process.
“Umuchigbo people are against imposition. All we want is election. If Jude Agu wants to be Igwe, he should come to the village square and contest like every other aspirant,” he said.
Youth leader Anthony Ikechukwu Anike warned that imposing a monarch without the consent of the people could trigger avoidable tension.
“The matter is still in court, yet we are hearing that someone has received a staff of office. We will pursue every legal means to protect our rights. The government should come and conduct a transparent election,” he said.
Speaking on behalf of other aspirants, retired Permanent Secretary Chief Maurice Nonyelum Ekete said the community’s constitution clearly prescribes election as the only legitimate process for selecting an Igwe.
“Our demand is simple. Let the Ministry of Chieftaincy Affairs conduct an election as it has done in other communities. Whoever wins should become the Igwe. We are not against anybody; we are against imposition. We are not against anybody becoming Igwe. We are only saying that whoever wants the throne should submit to a transparent election.” Chief Ekete said.
Other aspirants, Chief Joseph Iloka and Chief Josephat Ezeoha, also backed the call for a transparent election, insisting that the people should be allowed to freely choose their traditional ruler.
As of the time of filing this report, efforts to obtain the reaction of the Enugu State Ministry of Chieftaincy Affairs were unsuccessful.
Umuchigbo community rejects ‘appointed’ monarch, insists on election
By Chinedu Adonu
ENUGU — Tension is mounting in Umuchigbo Iji Nike Autonomous Community in Enugu East Local Government Area of Enugu State as hundreds of indigenes have rejected the alleged appointment of a traditional ruler, insisting that only a transparent election can produce their Igwe.
The residents, who gathered at the community square on weekend, declared that the autonomous community has no recognised traditional ruler and appealed to Governor Peter Mbah to direct the Ministry of Chieftaincy Affairs to conduct an election in line with the community’s constitution.
The protest followed reports that Jude Agu had been presented as the community’s traditional ruler, a move the indigenes described as unconstitutional and capable of causing unrest.
The protesters also cited a subsisting interlocutory injunction of the Enugu State High Court restraining Jude Agu from parading himself as Igwe or Igwe-elect of the community pending the determination of the substantive suit.
The order, delivered on July 25, 2025, by Justice A.A. Onovo in a suit No E/491/2023 filed by Chief Maurice Nonyelum Ekete against Jude Agu and Hon. Kenneth Mbah, directed all parties to maintain the status quo until the case is determined.
The indigenes argued that recognising any monarch without an election amounted to disregarding both the community’s constitution and a valid court order.
Addressing journalists, community elder Chief Gabriel Okoh accused former Town Union Chairman, Hon. Kenneth Mbah, of frustrating an earlier election process.
“Umuchigbo people are against imposition. All we want is election. If Jude Agu wants to be Igwe, he should come to the village square and contest like every other aspirant,” he said.
Youth leader Anthony Ikechukwu Anike warned that imposing a monarch without the consent of the people could trigger avoidable tension.
“The matter is still in court, yet we are hearing that someone has received a staff of office. We will pursue every legal means to protect our rights. The government should come and conduct a transparent election,” he said.
Speaking on behalf of other aspirants, retired Permanent Secretary Chief Maurice Nonyelum Ekete said the community’s constitution clearly prescribes election as the only legitimate process for selecting an Igwe.
“Our demand is simple. Let the Ministry of Chieftaincy Affairs conduct an election as it has done in other communities. Whoever wins should become the Igwe. We are not against anybody; we are against imposition. We are not against anybody becoming Igwe. We are only saying that whoever wants the throne should submit to a transparent election.” Chief Ekete said.
Other aspirants, Chief Joseph Iloka and Chief Josephat Ezeoha, also backed the call for a transparent election, insisting that the people should be allowed to freely choose their traditional ruler.
As of the time of filing this report, efforts to obtain the reaction of the Enugu State Ministry of Chieftaincy Affairs were unsuccessful.
Umuchigbo community rejects ‘appointed’ monarch, insists on election
By Chinedu Adonu
ENUGU — Tension is mounting in Umuchigbo Iji Nike Autonomous Community in Enugu East Local Government Area of Enugu State as hundreds of indigenes have rejected the alleged appointment of a traditional ruler, insisting that only a transparent election can produce their Igwe.
The residents, who gathered at the community square on weekend, declared that the autonomous community has no recognised traditional ruler and appealed to Governor Peter Mbah to direct the Ministry of Chieftaincy Affairs to conduct an election in line with the community’s constitution.
The protest followed reports that Jude Agu had been presented as the community’s traditional ruler, a move the indigenes described as unconstitutional and capable of causing unrest.
The protesters also cited a subsisting interlocutory injunction of the Enugu State High Court restraining Jude Agu from parading himself as Igwe or Igwe-elect of the community pending the determination of the substantive suit.
The order, delivered on July 25, 2025, by Justice A.A. Onovo in a suit No E/491/2023 filed by Chief Maurice Nonyelum Ekete against Jude Agu and Hon. Kenneth Mbah, directed all parties to maintain the status quo until the case is determined.
The indigenes argued that recognising any monarch without an election amounted to disregarding both the community’s constitution and a valid court order.
Addressing journalists, community elder Chief Gabriel Okoh accused former Town Union Chairman, Hon. Kenneth Mbah, of frustrating an earlier election process.
“Umuchigbo people are against imposition. All we want is election. If Jude Agu wants to be Igwe, he should come to the village square and contest like every other aspirant,” he said.
Youth leader Anthony Ikechukwu Anike warned that imposing a monarch without the consent of the people could trigger avoidable tension.
“The matter is still in court, yet we are hearing that someone has received a staff of office. We will pursue every legal means to protect our rights. The government should come and conduct a transparent election,” he said.
Speaking on behalf of other aspirants, retired Permanent Secretary Chief Maurice Nonyelum Ekete said the community’s constitution clearly prescribes election as the only legitimate process for selecting an Igwe.
“Our demand is simple. Let the Ministry of Chieftaincy Affairs conduct an election as it has done in other communities. Whoever wins should become the Igwe. We are not against anybody; we are against imposition. We are not against anybody becoming Igwe. We are only saying that whoever wants the throne should submit to a transparent election.” Chief Ekete said.
Other aspirants, Chief Joseph Iloka and Chief Josephat Ezeoha, also backed the call for a transparent election, insisting that the people should be allowed to freely choose their traditional ruler.
As of the time of filing this report, efforts to obtain the reaction of the Enugu State Ministry of Chieftaincy Affairs were unsuccessful.
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